LeBron James praised Rui Hachimura after a Lakers win.
Hachimura scored 19 points and had 9 rebounds in the game.
Hachimura made a crucial defensive play by blocking a layup from Jalen Brunson.
James encouraged Hachimura to be aggressive and showcase his abilities.
James and Anthony Davis talked to Hachimura about playing aggressively.
Hachimura is described as low-key and low-maintenance.
Hachimura considered his performance against the Knicks to be his best game of the season.
Hachimura wants to continue contributing to the Lakers.
The Lakers are currently 13th in the Western Conference, but only 4 games away from 4th place.
LeBron James is now 88 points away from Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's all-time NBA scoring record.